2025 Mitsubishi Triton Athlete vs Toyota Hilux Rogue – which pick-up truck should you buy in Malaysia?

In our new video review, we’re comparing pick-up trucks (our last one was in 2015). In one corner, we have the Toyota Hilux, a well-known nameplate that has been a sales leader in the segment […] The post 2025 Mitsubishi Triton Athlete vs Toyota Hilux Rogue – which pick-up truck should you buy in Malaysia? appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News.

May 14, 2025 - 06:14

2025 Mitsubishi Triton Athlete vs Toyota Hilux Rogue – which pick-up truck should you buy in Malaysia?

In our new video review, we’re comparing pick-up trucks (our last one was in 2015). In one corner, we have the Toyota Hilux, a well-known nameplate that has been a sales leader in the segment for some time. Its opponent is the latest Mitsubishi Triton that was launched in October 2024 and received a significant redesign for its third generation (sixth if you start from Mitsubishi’s first pick-up truck).

On hand to find out how much pick-up truck you should buy in 2025 is Hafriz Shah, who is behind the wheel of the Triton in its range-topping Athlete variant that retails for RM165,890 on-the-road without insurance.

He is joined by Jonathan Tan with the Rogue variant of the Hilux, which is slightly cheaper than the Triton Athlete at RM163,080. We should point out that there’s an even more expensive version of the Hilux called the GR Sport that sells for RM173,280.

Bringing out the spec sheets, we start with the Triton Athlete that is powered by a 4N16 2.4 litre inline-four turbodiesel engine making 204 PS (201 hp or 150 kW) at 3,500 rpm and 470 Nm of torque from 1,500 to 2,750 rpm.

It is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and Mitsubishi’s Super Select II 4WD system, the latter with a rotary dial to cycle through the different modes. Additionally, the Triton Athlete also comes with a separate drive mode system with seven selectable options (Normal, Eco, Gravel, Sand, Mud, Snow and Rock).

As for the Hilux Rogue, it features a larger-displacement 1GD-FTV 2.8 litre inline-four turbodiesel that also serves up 204 PS (201 hp or 150 kW), albeit at 3,400 rpm. While peak power is identical to the Mitsubishi, the Toyota pick-up truck offers more torque at 500 Nm from 1,600 to 2,800 rpm.

The 1GD-FTV is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission and a part-time 4WD system with an automatic disconnecting differential (ADD). Like the Mitsubishi, there is a rotary dial to cycle through the available 4WD modes, although there are just two available drive modes (Eco and Power).

Both the Triton Athlete and Hilux Rogue are equipped with a suite of active safety systems and a host of other equipment, all of which are covered by our two hosts. Our comparison review also highlights the practicality of the two models, along with other aspects that pick-up truck buyers should consider before placing a booking. So, grab a snack and enjoy the video before sharing your thoughts on which pick-up truck is the better buy in the comments below.